Austin-Area Easter Restaurant Dining Guide 2019

AUSTIN, TEXAS — Easter is just around the corner, and Austin restaurants are geared up to offer special meals to celebrate the most important day in the Christian faith.

The Carillon, Ciclo, Perry's Steakhouse & Grille, Matties and more fine restaurants will be offering specially priced meals for the entire family to enjoy. Easter Sunday commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ, and is considered to be the most important Christian holiday.

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Start planning now, as many restaurants will require reservations. After church on Sunday, April 21, you can take the family for an Easter meal at any of the following restaurants for a special outing:

THE CARILLON

1900 University Ave.

Spring Sunday Brunch at The Carillon: Located within the AT&T Hotel and Conference Center, The Carillon is offering a Spring Sunday Brunch Buffet. The spread includes something for everyone including breakfast dishes, cold seafood, charcuterie, salads, soups, a Prime Rib carving station, entrees including a Rack of Lamb and Texas Redfish, sides and desserts. Complimentary Self-Parking is available in the Conference Center parking garage.

Time: 10:30am-2:30pm.

Pricing: $68 adults / $25 children (6-12 years old); plus tax and gratuity

Reservations: Reservations are required; call (512) 685-8300

CARPENTERS HALL

400 Josephine St.

This neighborhood restaurant in the pecan grove, nestled on the edge of Zilker Park, is offering an Easter brunch created by executive chef Grae Nonas —formerly of Olamaie and a James Beard Rising Star Chef Finalist. The brunch features modern spins on local and regional dishes, highlighting locally sourced ingredients whenever possible.

For Easter brunch, Chef Grae is offering special menu items alongside popular brunch dishes, such as Heart-Shaped Waffles with Huckleberry Butter and Maple Syrup; Migas Scramble with Tomatillo Salsa and Tortillas; Griddle Burger with Cheese, Sweet Onion and Special Sauce; among others. Additional special menu items for the holiday include:

• Allium Pesto Mollet Eggs;
• Country Ham and Biscuits with Hot Pepper Jelly;
• Spring Salad with Asparagus, Ramps and Sugar Snaps;
• Spinach and Ricotta Pie;
• Cacio e Pepe with Peas and Favas;
• Pork Schnitzel with Cucumber Salad.

Beverage director Sean Hoard offers classic brunch cocktails such as Mimosa, Bloody Mary and Michelada, alongside house cocktails such as Little Prince with Grapefruit, Red Bitter and Tequila; andOld Cuban with Aged Rum, Mint, Lime, Bitters and Sparkling Wine, among others.

Carpenters Hall offers outdoor seating and is open for brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Reservations are available on Resy.

A sampling of Carpenters Hall offerings. Courtesy photo.

CICLO

98 San Jacinto Blvd.

Easter Brunch at Ciclo: Visit Ciclo to find a spread of over 80 dining options including “action stations” of chef prepared food to order. Enjoy photos with the Easter Bunny and access to the always-popular Easter Egg Hunt on the lawn. Empty baskets provided.

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. in Ciclo and 11 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. in the Ballroom Buffet Menu

Pricing: $90 adults / $45 children (12 and under)

Reservations: (512) 685-8300 or visit www.cicloatx.com to book via OpenTable

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

320 E 2nd St.

The Domain: 11600 Century Oaks Terrace

Fleming's will be offering a three-course menu for both children (starting at $16) and adults (starting at $30) on Easter Sunday at both of its Austin locations. All adult meals include a choice of a starter, two sides to share (not on children’s menu), and choice of dessert. Dishes include Signature Eggs Benedict with Sliced Filet Mignon, Crab Cake or Surf & Turf, Brioche French Toast and Salmon Cobb Salad for adults and Colossal Shrimp Tempura, Mac & Cheese and Filet Mignon for children. Brunch begins at 10 a.m., and guests can make reservations in advance either by phone or by visiting https://www.flemingssteakhouse.com/reservations.

Fleming's signature Eggs Benedict (commence drooling now). Courtesy photo.

GERALDINE'S

605 Davis St.

Geraldine’s Eggcelent Adventure: After you enjoy a wholesome brunch with your family, join the team at Geraldine’s for their Eggcelent Adventure on the pool deck. Complete with an adult Easter egg hunt with extravagant prizes featuring a golden egg with a cash prize, live music, and food & beverage specials including rainbow deviled eggs and three specialty cocktails from beverage director Caitlyn Jackson to make for an #eggcelentafternoon. Time: Hunt to begin at 2 p.m.
Pricing: Free and open to the public; food and beverage specials available for purchase.

Image courtesy of Geraldine's.

HYATT REGENCY AUSTIN

208 Barton Springs Rd.

The Hyatt Regency Austin plans an Easter brunch on Sunday, April 21, at Marker 10 restaurant patio, offering direct vistas of Lady Bird Lake and downtown Austin. The holiday brunch buffet with will feature everything from a build-your-own “pancake pantry” station and taco with house-smoked brisket and carne asada, to huevos rancheros and several dessert options. Additionally, the brunch will also include “Mix Your Own Mimosas” and a build-your-own Bloody Mary station.

The Marker 10 restaurant patio overlooking Lady Bird Lake. Courtesy photo.

MATTIE'S

811 W Live Oak St.

Green Pastures Easter Brunch and Hunt: Curated by new Executive Chef Ethan Holmes, Green Pastures is honoring their legendary brunches with a Southern-inspired Easter Brunch buffet. The Easter spread will feature a carving station, hot and cold appetizers, salads, savory entrees, sweet treats, and more, with a BYOB (Bring Your Own Basket) Easter egg hunt for the kiddos (or kids at heart).

Time: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.; Easter egg hunt to begin at 1:30 p.m.

Pricing: $85 adults | $40 children 6-12 years old | Free for children 5 & under

Reservations: call 512.444.1888 or visit https://mattiesaustin.com/ to book via Resy

PERRY'S STEAKHOUSE & GRILLE

114 W 7th St.

Hop to the Chop with a Delicious Meal at Perry’s: This Easter Sunday, gather around the table with the whole family at Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille in Downtown Austin. Perry's will open early at 11 a.m., serving guests an all-day dinner menu, three cocktail specials, two off-the-menu brunch-inspired dishes and the restaurant’s traditional Sunday Supper Special, making Perry’s the perfect place to end Lenten fasts. The Off-the-menu features include an 8 oz. Filet Creole Benedict, Crab Cake with Herb Hollandaise Sauce, and aBloody Mary, Mimosa and Brandy Milk Punch. As with every Sunday, Perry’s Sunday Supper special will be available for guests to enjoy a three-course dinner.

Time: Easter specials available from 11 a.m.– 4p.m. | Sunday Supper Special from 4-9 p.m.

Pricing: Easter specials: various prices | Sunday Supper Special: $34.95 per person

SECOND BAR + KITCHEN DOMAIN NORTHSIDE

3121 Palm Way, Suite #101

Easter Brunch at SBK DN: Indulge in Second Bar + Kitchen Domain NORTHSIDE’s Easter Brunch feast complete with savory starters, family-style dishes, Roasted Spring Lamb and Polenta Primavera stations, bar buffet, and sweet dessert bites. Dish highlights include Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs, Crispy Cauliflower, Pork Belly + Pineapple Skewers, and Broccolini + Ricotta Toast.

Menu

Time: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Pricing: $55 adults | $27.50 children 12 & under

Reservations: call 737.300.4800 or visit https://www.sbkdomain.com/ to book via Resy

STAGECOACH INN | Salado

416 S. Main St., Salado, TX

Located just outside of Austin, Stagecoach Inn will be offering an Easter Brunch buffet that has something for everyone. With a hot and cold buffet, desserts, and Prime Rib carving station, this brunch features favorites including Cornbread Muffins with Whipped Honey Butter, Deviled Eggs, Brown Butter-Blueberry Waffles and more.
Menu
Time: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Pricing: $44 per person
Reservations: Call 254.947.5111

TRUE FOOD KITCHEN

11410 Century Oaks Terrace, Suite 100

Easter Brunch Chef’s Feature: Served alongside their normal brunch menu, True Food Kitchen will offer an Easter Brunch Chef’s Feature of Strawberry Quinoa Pancakes including marinated organic strawberries and lemon coconut whipped cream (VEG, GF). Dine-in only.

Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Pricing: $11

Reservations: 512.992.0685 (Domain), 512.777.2430 (Seaholm) or visit https://www.truefoodkitchen.com/ to book via OpenTable

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WHEATSVILLE FOOD CO-OP

3101 Guadalupe St.

4001 S. Lamar Blvd.

Easter Sunday Essentials at Wheatsville Co-op: Wheatsville Co-op will be open all day on Easter for you to find cage-free eggs, natural dye-kits, fair trade Easter baskets and loads of candy along with traditional favorites. Seasonal Hot Cross Buns and delicious vegan Carrot cake from the Bakehouse are available through Easter. Easter lilies, tulips, ranunculus, daffodils and more from local farms will also be available. Time: 7:30 a.m. – 11 p.m. Pricing: Various.

YARD HOUSE

11800 Domain Blvd., Suite 700

This modern American gathering place where beer and food lovers unite will be open during regular hours on Easter Sunday. Celebrate the holiday with their twist on traditional Deviled Eggs, featuring candied bacon, spicy tomato sauce, sweet chili and chives starting at $3.95.

Yard House puts its own unique twist on deviled eggs. Courtesy photo.

ATTENTION RESTAURATEURS: Let Patch know if you're planning special Easter meals so we can include your restaurant in this guide.